Growing optimism surrounds the imminent approval of a spot #BitcoinETF, boosting #Bitcoin's value.

#BlackRock's move towards a cash-based model increases optimism, with experts anticipating #ETF approval in January.
https://coinpedia.org/news/bitcoin-etf-is-now-almost-certain-to-come-through-in-january-k33-research/

🔵#Bitcoin (BTC) dropped below $43,000 on Wednesday.

🔵Other popular #cryptocurrencies like #Ethereum (ETH), #Solana (SOL), #Ripple (XRP), #Litecoin (LTC), and #Dogecoin (DOGE) also experienced minor losses.

🔵The SEI token was the top gainer for the second day in a row, showing a 24-hour increase of over 12 percent.

🔵Memecoin BONK was the biggest loser, with a 24-hour decrease of over 17 percent.

🔵The global #cryptomarket cap was $1.59 trillion at the time of writing, indicating a 1.52 percent decline in the last 24 hours.

#BlackRock holds third SEC meeting, indicating potential approval for the first-ever US spot #BitcoinETF.

January 8-10 deadline approaches; analysts predict high chances of approval before the deadline.
https://coinpedia.org/news/blackrocks-third-meeting-with-sec-signals-approval-of-spot-bitcoin-etf/

#Ripple President Monica Long predicts a shift to maturity, prioritizing compliance, institutional adoption & practical use.

Emphasis on coexistence between traditional banking & #blockchain, with enhanced usability and potential #regulatory developments.
https://coinpedia.org/news/exclusive-insights-ripple-presidents-2024-crypto-predictions/

PwC report reveals 40+ countries crafting 2023 legislation for stablecoins with notable regulatory variations.

Focus areas include #stablecoin guidelines, FATF's travel rule, licensing regimes, and approved #crypto assets.
https://coinpedia.org/news/a-global-survey-of-cryptocurrency-regulation-shows-42-countries-join-the-regulatory-party-in-2023/

#Ripple achieves pivotal win, securing Central Bank of Ireland registration for Ripple Markets Ireland Limited.

Ripple strategically expands in Europe, emphasizing Ireland's #fintech-friendly environment and celebrating regulatory milestones in 2023.
https://coinpedia.org/news/ripple-gains-approval-from-central-bank-of-ireland-for-virtual-asset-services/

Michael Saylor's Bold Bitcoin Forecast: 'It's either zero or a million!'

Simplifying the complex world of crypto: In an ever-changing economy, Bitcoin is poised for extraordinary growth.

A choice between making history or fading into obscurity. Let's embrace the potential!



#MichaelSaylor #MicroStrategy #Bitcoin #Crypto #Coinpedia

Attorney John Deaton discusses SEC's #Ripple case, highlighting conflicting regulatory views, #BlackRock's #EthereumETF, and #XRP transactions.

Deaton predicts SEC to include all sales in penalties, while #Ripple argues for exclusions. International sales and 2024 conclusion discussed.
https://coinpedia.org/news/xrp-lawsuit-update-will-the-sec-pay-any-reimbursement-for-losing-against-ripple/

#BlackRock surprises by entering the #cryptocurrency #ETF race, shifting odds from 1% to 50%, signaling disruption.

Analyst Balchunas notes BlackRock's potential to disrupt #crypto, connecting it to previous market roles and successes.
https://coinpedia.org/news/blackrocks-entry-into-crypto-etf-race-signals-major-shift-says-bloomberg-analyst/

Attorney John Deaton discusses SEC's aggressive stance against #crypto, doubts settlements, and criticizes #regulatory overreach.

Deaton praises #Coinbase's compliance, notes #Kraken's $50 million settlement, and expresses concern over SEC's power.
https://coinpedia.org/news/pro-xrp-lawyer-john-deaton-predicts-no-settlement-in-sec-vs-ripple-lawsuit/

U.S. #cryptomarket expects a bullish turn in 2024, centered around anticipated spot #BitcoinETF approvals.

Anthony Pompliano offers a cautious view on #Bitcoin ETF impact, estimating a 12% price increase, discussing liquidity.
https://coinpedia.org/news/will-bitcoin-etfs-skyrocket-or-sink-the-truth-revealed/

#Ripple's CTO, David Schwartz, outlines 2024 vision, focusing on #AI integration, #stablecoins, and Real World Assets.

RippleX leaders discuss #blockchain advancements, proposing AI chatbots, stablecoin integration and decentralized identity.
https://coinpedia.org/news/ripples-game-changing-predictions-for-blockchain-and-ai-synergy-in-2024/

Judge Kaplan denies #FTX's ex-CEO Sam Bankman-Fried's sentencing extension request, highlighting the case's complexities and timeliness. #cryptonews

The rejection highlights complexities in the #cryptocurrency industry's regulatory landscape, with anticipation for today's sentencing and beyond.
https://coinpedia.org/news/ftx-legal-update-judge-denies-bankman-frieds-request-to-delay-sentencing-process/

#Bitcoin (BTC) stayed above $43,000 on Thursday.

Other popular cryptocurrencies like #Solana (SOL), #Ripple (XRP), #Litecoin (LTC), and #Dogecoin (DOGE) experienced slight increases.

Stacks (STX) was the top performer, with a 24-hour increase of over 23%.

Internet Computer (ICP) was the biggest loser, with a 24-hour decrease of nearly 8%.

The global #cryptomarket cap was $1.62 trillion, showing a 2.19% increase in the last 24 hours.

Spot #BitcoinETF launch in the U.S. poses challenges: potential #Bitcoin supply shortage and basis trade risk.

#Coinbase researchers anticipate $BTC's rise in 2024; SEC may approve ETFs, impacting markets and strategies.
https://coinpedia.org/news/coinbase-insights-the-double-edged-sword-of-bitcoin-etfs-in-2024/

South Korea's #cryptomarket suffered a $40 billion crash in 2022, highlighting the need for #regulation.

South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service Chief to meet SEC's Gensler, discussing #crypto dynamics amid global regulatory changes.
https://coinpedia.org/news/south-korea-and-u-s-leaders-gear-up-for-critical-crypto-regulation-talks-in-2024/

Three Arrows Capital founders, Su Zhu and Kyle Davies, face a $1.1 billion asset freeze. #Cryptonews

Collapse of 3AC, once managing over $10 billion, leads to legal actions freezing founders' assets.
https://coinpedia.org/news/three-arrows-founders-1-billion-asset-seized-from-bvi/

#Matrixport predicts #Bitcoin reaching $50,000 in January 2024 with a 95% chance of #ETF approval.

Recent price surge to $44,000 reflects high confidence, as SEC discussions with applicants intensify. #cryptonews
https://coinpedia.org/news/bitcoin-price-to-hit-50k-with-bitcoin-etf-approval-matrixport-research-report/

The market cap of #stablecoins is ~$130B, making up 8.24% of the total #crypto market. Leading the pack: Tether (#USDT) with a massive $91.04B market cap, USD Coin (#USDC) at $24.87B, and Dai (#DAI) at $5.35B.

Resilient against #market volatility, stablecoins have maintained their pegs amidst increased regulatory scrutiny and a shift towards #decentralized models.

These top stablecoins dominate the market by share, highlighting their significant role in the #cryptocurrency world.

SEC urges #BitcoinETF issuers to adopt "Cash Creates" model, converting #Bitcoin to cash for trading.

Impending SEC decision by January 10 may impact issuers like #BlackRock, signaling cautious #cryptocurrency approach.
https://coinpedia.org/news/sec-held-conference-call-with-all-spot-bitcoin-etf-applicants-approval-expected-by-jan-10th-2024/